Job Title: Town Planner
Location: Altrincham
Salary: £30,000 - £37,000 plus bonus and benefits

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a property consultancy in their search for a talented Town Planner. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and driven planning professional to join a collaborative, people-focused team delivering creative planning solutions across the UK.

About the Role

As a Planner, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality planning advice and supporting a wide range of development projects. Working closely with senior colleagues, you will take the lead on smaller projects and provide valuable input into more complex applications.

This role offers real scope for progression, flexibility in working arrangements, and a supportive environment that encourages professional development.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare site appraisals and planning statements with minimal supervision

Conduct thorough policy and planning history reviews and propose initial strategies

Manage and monitor smaller planning applications, including coordination of design and technical inputs

Maintain clear and accurate project records and updates for clients

Support the team with project updates, social media content, and business development activities

Assist with managing external consultant teams and supporting larger projects

About You

Hold a master's degree in Town Planning or a related discipline

Minimum of two years' experience in a UK planning role

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Proactive approach to project management and problem-solving

Confident working both independently and within a team

Demonstrable ability to deliver high-quality written outputs with attention to detail

Associate RTPI membership, working toward full accreditation

A UK driver's licence and access to a vehicle is advantageous

What's on Offer

Competitive salary and discretionary bonus scheme

26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell additional days

Flexible and hybrid working policy

Career break policy

Company pension scheme

Excellent opportunities for career development and progression

A values-led, collaborative and supportive working environment

If you are a motivated planner seeking to join a forward-thinking consultancy that values creativity, people, and purpose, we would love to hear from you.

To apply or find out more, please contact Josh at Penguin Recruitment on (phone number removed) or email your CV in confidence to